Heap-Based Buffer Overflow in Novell iPrint Client from Novell

CVE-2011-1701

Summary

The Novell iPrint Client contains a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability within nipplib.dll. This vulnerability is primarily due to improper handling of the profile-name parameter in a crafted printer-url, which can be exploited by remote attackers. Successful exploitation may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, leading to potentially severe consequences such as unauthorized access and system compromise.

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